Speaking in Brussels on Wednesday, Neale Richmond said it was vital the issue remained a “priority” for policymakers at EU and member state level.

Richmond, Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora of Ireland,  said that while impressive progress … Read more

European businesses rely increasingly on artificial intelligence (AI).

That is what the results of the latest Eurobarometer survey.

The publication coincides with the European AI Innovation Month that brings together policymakers, industry, public sector, and research to discuss and showcase … Read more

Brussels, 14 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – European Union leaders are preparing to examine tougher trade measures against China amid growing concerns over Chinese exports, industrial competitiveness and manufacturing jobs. The EU-China trade relationship is under increasing pressure … Read more

Brussels, 14 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – European Schools in Brussels are facing renewed scrutiny over employment practices after reports that school supervisors continue to receive successive fixed-term contracts despite a Belgian labour court ruling against the arrangements. … Read more

Relations between Iran and the United States have entered a phase in which the line between war and diplomacy appears increasingly fragile with each passing day. Military attacks, mutual threats, a crisis in energy transit routes, and efforts by mediators … Read more

Brussels, 14 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The Brussels-Capital Region has joined legal proceedings against the bankruptcy trustees of former fire extinguisher manufacturer SICLI following the discovery of severe chemical contamination at its former industrial site in Uccle. … Read more

Brussels, 14 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Brussels Mayor Philippe Close has called for urgent federal intervention and additional police funding after two fatal shootings shook Belgium’s capital. The Brussels shootings, including the killing of a 41-year-old … Read more

Brussels, 14 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Around 10 Greenpeace activists were detained for questioning outside the European Parliament in Brussels on Wednesday morning during a Greenpeace protest against rising energy prices and Europe’s dependence on fossil fuels. … Read more

Strasbourg (Brussels Morning Newspaper) October 14, 2026 – Eight nations and the European Union have signed a newly introduced Council of Europe treaty designed to modernise legal frameworks, enhance authorities’ capacity to confiscate illicit assets including cryptocurrencies, and … Read more

Antalya (Brussels Morning Newspaper) October 14, 2026 – Archaeologists have discovered what is believed to be the world’s oldest known shipwreck, dating back approximately 4,400 to 4,700 years to the Early Bronze Age. Located off the coast of … Read more

Genk (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) October 14, 2026 – GEN Restaurant Group has signed a binding letter of intent with Chubby Group for a $100 million transaction covering operations at 47 US restaurants. The company’s board unanimously approved the agreement … Read more

Geel (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) – 14 October 2026 – Belgian football club ASV Geel have reportedly strengthened their squad by signing experienced attacking midfielder Youssef Challouk, formerly of KV Kortrijk. The 31-year-old Belgian was available as a free agent … Read more

Belgium (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) – October 14, 2026 –Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has proposed establishing a practical partnership between Belgium’s Port of Antwerp-Bruges and Kazakhstan’s Caspian Sea ports of Aktau and Kuryk to expand trade and improve transport connections … Read more

Anderlecht (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) – October 9, 2026 – Anderlecht are preparing for their UEFA Europa League away fixture against Dinamo Zagreb on Thursday, 15 October, with the Belgian club scheduled to complete its final training session at Neerpede … Read more

Aalst (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) October 14, 2026 – Police in Aalst, Belgium, have increased security measures following social media threats targeting two local schools, including a threat to set fire to the VTI school. Around 15 young people were … Read more

The Commission says it shares member states’ desire for “greater focus” on speedy implementation of EU laws.

The pledge comes in response to a new move by 13 EU members who are calling on the EU to design new EU … Read more

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 14 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Fresh Riyadh explosions were reported on Wednesday as Saudi Arabia’s air defences intercepted a ballistic missile launched by Yemen’s Houthi movement towards the capital. Emergency warnings were issued across … Read more

Kyiv, Ukraine, 14 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Russian strikes have left at least 600,000 Ukrainians without electricity after a large-scale missile and drone attack damaged critical energy infrastructure across the country. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed extensive … Read more

TEHRAN, Iran, 14 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Iran has introduced new tactics targeting commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, intensifying concerns about international maritime security, rising oil prices and the disruption of global energy supplies.… Read more

Brussels, 13 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – A Brussels police officer has been fatally shot during an operation involving a stolen vehicle in Jette, triggering a murder investigation and expressions of sympathy from Belgian political leaders. The 41-year-old … Read more